Healthy Holiday Habits Part 2: Navigating Family Dynamics
The holidays can put families under intense pressure—overstimulated kids, packed schedules, extended family expectations, and the quiet fear of “getting it wrong.” In Part 2 of Healthy Holiday Habits, Dr. Ernie Reilly and Michelle Buchanan shift the conversation from couples to families, offering realistic guidance for navigating meltdowns, routines, and multi-generational dynamics with more calm and connection. This episode shares practical tools to help parents lower the pressure, respond with grace, and create a Christmas season rooted in peace, resilience, and relationship—not perfection.
ADHD in Real Life: Helping Kids Focus, Thrive, and Feel Understood
In this powerful episode of Real Life Counseling, Ryan Simpson and Dr. Ernie Reilly, LCSW sit down with child and play therapists Amanda Riendeau, LCSW and Andreina Bello, LMHC to unpack what ADHD really looks like in kids—and what parents can do to help. Together, they explore the brain science behind ADHD, differences between boys and girls, the emotional experience of parents seeking help, the role of play therapy, and practical tools families can use immediately at home. If you’ve ever wondered whether your child’s behavior is “just being a kid” or something more, this episode provides clarity, hope, and encouragement from seasoned child therapists who work with ADHD every day.
When Little Hearts Feel Big Feelings — Understanding Child & Play Therapy
In this episode of Real Life Counseling, host Ryan Simpson engages with child therapists Amanda Riendeau, LMHC and Andreina Bello, LMHC along with Dr. Ernie Reilly, LCSW, to explore the complexities of children's emotions and the role of play therapy in helping children navigate their feelings. The conversation covers the importance of co-regulation between parents and children, what a play therapy session looks like, and how parents can support their child's emotional development. The therapists share success stories and emphasize that seeking help is a smart choice for families facing challenges.
Understanding Anxiety in Kids: A Guide for Parents
In this episode of "Real Life Counseling" by The Counseling Corner, hosts Ryan Simpson and Dr. Ernie Reilly, LCSW dive into the complexities of anxiety in children. They explore the signs parents might overlook, discuss effective therapeutic approaches like CBT, and share practical tips for supporting anxious kids. Whether you're a parent, educator, or simply curious about mental health, this episode offers valuable insights and strategies to help children navigate anxiety. Tune in for an enlightening conversation that aims to empower families and foster healthier relationships.